‘Prepare ye the way of the Lord’
Topping up your oil & trimming your wick September 2025
Speaking of the Devil, He was a murderer from the beginning, not holding to the truth, for there is no truth in him. When he lies, he speaks his native language, for he is a liar and the father of lies. John 8:44Have nothing to do with the fruitless deeds of darkness, but rather expose them. Ephesians 5:11We are living in times where the lies of the evil one and the deeds of darkness are intensifying. There is the ongoing attack on God’s ordained order of sexuality [male and female]. So God created man in His own image, in the image of God He created him, male and female He created them. Gen 1:27. The world is propagating the lie that there are now over 70 genders you can choose from. Gender identity disorder is causing great problems in society. For example, we have the ongoing court case of a biological male “Roxanne Tickle” who identifies as a woman, suing Sall Grover, founder of Giggle for Girls app, for female only members. Roxanne claims this is unlawful discrimination when he/she was prevented from joining the female-only networking app, Giggle. It is also a pivotal case for rights of women to female-only spaces, with implications for the safety of women’s sports, crisis shelters, changing rooms etc.
We have the ongoing lie regarding climate change with the deception of net zero emissions being the alleged solution. This is costing our country billions of dollars, destroying large areas of our environment. Yet Australia only produces 1.2% of global emissions. From the government's own projections out to 2030, total emissions don't look like falling much at all, after all the changes we have been coerced into. We must care for our planet but Jesus said in the Last Days leading up to His Second Coming there would be all sorts of disturbances in nature. There will be great earthquakes, famines and pestilences in various places and fearful events and great signs from heaven… signs in the sun, moon and stars, on the earth, nations will be in anguish and perplexity at the roaring and tossing of the sea. Men will faint from terror, apprehensive of what is coming on the world, for the heavenly bodies will be shaken. Luke 21:11, 25, 26 Jesus warned there would be changes in the world ecosystems He created, this has not come about by too many plastic bags, forks and knives and even plastic straws or cows emitting to much CO2. When Adam and eve rebelled against God and sin entered the world, a curse was placed upon creation and since then mankind’s rebellion continued against God resulting in the truth of Romans 8:21 - 22. The whole creation has been groaning as in the pains of childbirth right up to the present time…creation itself will be liberated from its bondage to decay and brought into the glorious freedom of the children of God.
Each year, around 89,000 unborn children lose their lives through abortion in Australia, society in general has embraced the lie that life does not begin at conception, resulting in the unborn having no rights. Across Australia abortion is legal, right up to birth. Babies even alive after an abortion procedure are left to die without any human touch, love or care. What was once an unthinkable act has become routine. A published letter from Services Australia has revealed that women who terminate pregnancies after 20 weeks can access the Stillborn Baby Payment of $4,327 – or claim up to $22,754 through Parental Leave Pay. These payments, intended for genuine grieving families also include "intentional abortion." Healthcare workers are breaking their silence. One nurse broke down after processing payment forms for a mother who announced she would use her "abortion bonus" for a Bali holiday. Medical staff report feeling forced to sign Centrelink forms that unfairly equate chosen termination with involuntary loss.
In the Old Testament Molech was a pagan deity associated with child sacrifice. The Bible strongly condemns the horrific practice of offering children as burnt sacrifices. Do not give any of your children to be sacrificed to Molech, for you must not profane the name of your God. I am the Lord. Lev 18:21 The offering of child sacrifice was condemned as one of the most repulsive acts in God's sight. See Lev 20:2-5. Today, there are those who are offering their unborn child on the altar of materialism and selfishness for personal gain and convenience. Prov 6:17 states; God hates hands that shed innocent blood. Scripture teaches the sanctity of human life from conception, Psalm 139:13-16 describes God’s role in creating life: For you created my inmost being; you knit me together in my mother’s womb… Jeremiah 1:5 reveals God’s plan for individuals before birth: Before I formed you in the womb I knew you, before you were born I set you apart. The unborn need our voices to cry out and stand up for them.
We see all around the world the ongoing lie,deception and darkness of Anti-Semitism. The war in Gaza is now being blamed on Israel, though it was Hamas on October 7, 2023, who launched the grotesque campaign of butchering, murdering, decapitating, raping, burning babies alive, torturing and kidnapping the Jewish people. It is claimed Israel are starving the Palestinians, but reports reveal there is plenty of aid for Gaza, it is the UN who refuses to deliver the aid because they do not want to work with the Gaza Humanitarian Foundation. Israel has provided 2 million tons of food for the Palestinians. There is the lie Israel is committing genocide of the Palestinian people, in fact the Israel Defence Force seeks to protect Palestinian civilians by giving them ample warning to flee the targeted areas. Hamas deliberately targets its own civilians, they are cowards hiding behind women and children, they establish bases and infrastructure under hospital and schools, stealing aid, executing Gazans who protest, while glorifying death.
In Australia the lies of Anti-Semitism continue to be propagated. Pro-Palestinian marches across the country continue to take place on a regular basis. The Sydney Harbour Bridge once a proud symbol of unity, freedom and enterprise was hijacked to promote lies, hatred and the jihadist propaganda. On July 7th, 2025, the Australian Financial review reported, for the last 20 months, Australia has been in the grip of Anti-Semitism the likes of which we have never seen. Our federal government has done nothing to stem the tide and lies of Anti-Semitism, rather our Prime Minister Anthony Albanese, Foreign Minister Penny Wong, Home Affairs Minister Tony Burke and others have played right into the hands of Hamas with their condemnation and demonisation of Israel along with signing a document declaring Labors support for a two-state solution. In doing so, it has effectively given ground to and support of terrorism. Those who ignore Anti-Semitism are setting the stage for the erosion of everyone's freedom and safety here in Australia. The Koran teaches Muslims to kill the Jews but then they come for the infidels…you and me.
In these days and times of darkness and lies our choice to speak up becomes most critical. Who will rise up for me against the wicked? Who will take a stand for me against evildoers? Psalm 94:16 Speaking out means responding prayerfully, thoughtfully, strategically, with godly wisdom as we stand up for truth and righteousness. Courage is vital when it comes to speaking up. Oftentimes, we find ourselves hesitant to share the truth or to stand against injustice due to fear of confrontation, judgment or being ostracised. However, we are reminded in Scripture that God gives us strength and courage to act boldly in our faith. God reassures us that we do not stand alone. Be strong and courageous. Do not be terrified or discouraged, for the Lord your God will be with you wherever you go. Josh 1:9 Our bravery can ignite a ripple effect, encouraging others to make a stand. As the old saying goes; The only thing necessary for the triumph of evil is for good men [and women] to do nothing.
Greg and Judy’s Update: Our recent ministry trip to northern QLD was of great encouragement, it is always a blessing to share God’s Word regarding the Last Days with hungry and receptive believers. We are preparing for a weekend seminar that will take place on the first weekend in October in the Newcastle area. You can paste the link into your browser from the body of the email for further details. Our home at Alectown is still on the market, there have been several interested people, but we are still waiting for the Lord’s provision of a buyer. Your ongoing prayers are greatly appreciated. We know that God’s timing is always perfect.
For if the gentiles have shared in the Jews spiritual blessings, they owe it to the Jews to share with them their material blessings. Romans 15:27